The UAE has officially confirmed the dates for the upcoming spring break for students and academic staff nationwide, while also announcing an extension of distance learning ahead of the holiday.
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In a joint statement, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, following approval from the Education, Human Development and Community Development Council (EHCD), said the spring break will begin on Monday, March 9, 2026, and continue until Sunday, March 22, 2026.
The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research Announce Spring Break for Students and Academic and Administrative Staff Across Schools and Universities in UAE pic.twitter.com/bNBGom2dXw
— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) March 4, 2026
The holiday will apply to all students, as well as academic and administrative staff, across public and private schools and universities throughout the country. Classes and official working hours will resume on Monday, March 23, 2026, when institutions return to their regular academic schedules.
Officials said the break is part of the UAE’s academic calendar and is intended to give students and educators time to rest and recharge before completing the remainder of the academic term.
The announcement was released by the UAE Government Media Office on behalf of the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Distance learning extended until March 6 earlier
Separately, the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MoHESR) confirmed that distance learning has been extended until Friday, March 6, 2026.
The decision applies to students and academic and administrative staff across both public and private schools and universities, according to a WAM report.
The ministries said they will “closely monitor developments” and take any additional measures required to safeguard the wellbeing of students and the wider educational community.